Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Administration

The aim of this module is to enable learners to understand theories of leadership and management and how to use leadership and management skills to improve motivation and performance.

In this module, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of computing, essential for their personal, social, and professional activities. The course will cover basic computer concepts and terminology to familiarise students with common jargon.

The effectiveness of a business's approach to communication can often be critical to the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. The ways in which a business connects with its internal and external stakeholders,

The 'Finance and Accounting' module serves as a foundational stepping stone for students, equipping them with essential knowledge and skills in these critical fields. Throughout the course, students delve into key concepts such as

This module explores the fundamental concepts and theories of Organisational Behaviour (OB) and its implications for individual and organisational performance within various business contexts.

Having hard management and soft leadership skills is often stated by employers as being key to the success of a business, but few people have sufficient quantities of both to make a significant impact on business operations and strategy.

The aim of this module is to provide learners with a detailed understanding of the marketing planning process and to apply these principles to a variety of business contexts.

Simply put, strategy is about positioning a business in the best place possible to gain a competitive advantage in its target market. However, achieving competitive advantage requires research, analysis, interpretation, and strategic decision-making.

The Supply Chain Management module provides in-depth knowledge of designing and managing complex supply chains. It emphasises strategic optimisation, risk management, and the application of emerging technologies.

This module covers essential economic principles and the functioning of the economy at a national level. Topics include the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, the exchange process, and the role of government.

From a business perspective, the world is becoming a smaller place. Businesses need to be open to new ideas, new opportunities, and a new way of operating. This means businesses need to expand and transform in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

All businesses and those employed by them must operate within the laws, legislation, and regulations of the countries in which they conduct their activities. The aim of this module is to support a learner's exploration of laws,

Management accounting provides business managers with the financial information required to achieve business objectives. This module will provide learners with an awareness of the scope and purpose of management accounting, supporting effective decision-making within a business.

Many people dream of setting up their own business but are not aware of what is required. This module consolidates previous learning to help learners employ knowledge and skills in business strategy, financial planning, accounting, and management to create a viable business plan.

In this module, learners will develop an understanding of how digital technologies impact business practices. They will explore how technologies support business objectives, drive customer interaction, and enhance customer service.

Engaging in academic research and writing helps students interpret and evaluate sources of information to produce evidence-based arguments. This module supports learners in improving their academic research and writing skills for greater success in their studies.

This module provides learners with an understanding of production and operations management in both manufacturing and service industries. It introduces key issues and techniques in operations management to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

This module demonstrates the link between business decision-making, risk assessment, and financial information. Learners will understand how businesses are financed and how financial management is influenced by governance and ownership structures.

This module raises learners' awareness of sustainable development issues and their impact on business strategy. It explores how sustainability affects strategic development and decision-making within organizations.

This module enables learners to develop skills in management accounting, including preparing budgets, costing, and capital expenditure appraisal. Learners will apply these skills to real-world case studies to reinforce their understanding.